Even if you blast through the basic frustrations such as finding the right job, writing a compelling resume and crafting an effective cover letter, you can still get hung up on someone else’s schedule: the busy HR manager.

Workopolis compiled the infographic below based on interviews, common knowledge, common sense, scientific research… and some reports just too strange to be fiction. We’re sure you’ll agree: this is one thorough resource for job seekers.

Your third interview with the company included senior members of the executive team. You thought the position was yours. The polite telephone call or email you just received – the one that included, “Thank you… but…” – let you know otherwise.

After you graciously respond and end the call, you are, frankly, stunned…